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Alcohol and Other Drugs

Binge Drinking

Binge drinking is drinking lots of alcohol in a short time to get drunk. If you do this, you’re likely to have many physical symptoms including:

nausea

vomiting

a hangover

shakiness

memory loss

passing out

Some people just accept these symptoms as part of drinking.

Excessive drinking (like binge drinking) can lead to:

making poor choices or decisions you wouldn't normally make

hurting yourself (from being reckless or assaulted)

alcohol poisoning

unplanned, unwanted or unprotected sex

health problems

Alcohol Poisoning

If you have any of these symptoms, you may have alcohol poisoning:

feeling very confused

vomiting

seizures

the skin looking blue

repeated passing out

lower body temperature than normal

If you think someone has alcohol poisoning, call 911 right away and don’t leave the person alone.

If you drink, be responsible and don't let it control you. It can have many negative effects on your life.

Current as of: March 15, 2016

Author: Youth and Mental Health, Alberta Health Services

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